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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: Pumpkin Patch Radio 6925 USB 0034 UTC 1 Nov 2016
« on: November 01, 2016, 0040 UTC »
Just barely above the noise, playing Witch Doctor.
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General Radio Discussion / Pirate TV, Belize and the Cubs
« on: October 30, 2016, 0035 UTC »
Ran across an interesting story about the Chicago Cubs' popularity in Belize. All due to a pirate TV station.
Source: http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-strange-story-of-why-belize-is-full-of-chicago-cubs-fans
Quote from article:
"Why the Cubs—and why Belize? Like a lot of stories from this part of the world, it began with pirates. In this case, however, the outlaws were local TV impresarios, not swashbuckling Johnny Depp look-alikes. In the early ‘80s, there were no television stations in Belize, the only country in Central America whose official language is English. (Anyone with a set would use it to watch VHS tapes.) In 1981, however, Belize City business couple Arthur and Marie Hoare began transmitting the famous Chicago television channel WGN-TV via satellite, bringing programming to Belize. Channel 9, the Hoares' bootlegged Belize affiliate of WGN, brought Cubs and Bulls games into living rooms and bars throughout the country, sparking an interest in Chicago sports that has continued—with varying levels of enthusiasm—to this day."
Source: http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-strange-story-of-why-belize-is-full-of-chicago-cubs-fans
Quote from article:
"Why the Cubs—and why Belize? Like a lot of stories from this part of the world, it began with pirates. In this case, however, the outlaws were local TV impresarios, not swashbuckling Johnny Depp look-alikes. In the early ‘80s, there were no television stations in Belize, the only country in Central America whose official language is English. (Anyone with a set would use it to watch VHS tapes.) In 1981, however, Belize City business couple Arthur and Marie Hoare began transmitting the famous Chicago television channel WGN-TV via satellite, bringing programming to Belize. Channel 9, the Hoares' bootlegged Belize affiliate of WGN, brought Cubs and Bulls games into living rooms and bars throughout the country, sparking an interest in Chicago sports that has continued—with varying levels of enthusiasm—to this day."
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Huh? / Re: 1960s pop singer Bobby Vee has died at age 73
« on: October 25, 2016, 0052 UTC »
Sad, Agree with Nella F. A sad way to go and 73 is just a bit to close for comfort.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: OTR 6770AM 2211 UTC 24 October 2016
« on: October 25, 2016, 0047 UTC »
Just above the noise. A comedy skit, lots of laugh track.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: Wolverine Radio 6935 USB 0025 UTC October 23, 2016
« on: October 23, 2016, 0128 UTC »
Well DRAT. I wasn't ready and missed the SSTV transmission. 
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Huh? / Re: The Real Story Behind The FCC Sex Scandal
« on: October 23, 2016, 0120 UTC »
Listening on 40 and 80 recently shows we need 'ol Riley back for an encore performance. I was just telling the XYL about what can be heard on the air now. She was appalled. (former novice that never upgraded)
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: Wolverine Radio 6935 USB 0025 UTC October 23, 2016
« on: October 23, 2016, 0111 UTC »
Peaking S9 here in SE Fla. well above the S4-5 noise floor. As mentioned, great audio - opened up the filter to Hi = 5000.
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Utility / Re: 6476.00 cw 10/22/2016 2215 UTC
« on: October 23, 2016, 0050 UTC »
Good find. That is KPH, recently back on the air. They are sending VVV and CQ de KPH. Not real strong here in SE Fla. ON 6477.5 tonight but able to copy with QSB.
See radiomaring.org (and subscribe to their newsletter if interested)
From the website:
KPH Returns Home!
The return of KPH to the airwaves on Saturday 8 October was a great success. Senior KPH Morse operator Ray Smith sent the last message from Bolinas/Point Reyes on 30 July 1997. He was there with us on Saturday to sit in his same operating position and send the message announcing the return of KPH to service.
KPH will be on the air every Saturday and Sunday so be sure to listen on our new frequencies:
4247.0
6477.5
8642.0
12808.5
17016.8
22477.5
Edit to add: They are much stronger here on 8642. Per the transmission they are on
4/6/8/12/16/22 this evening. I haven't checked the other frequencies yet.
Another edit: Only copy on 6/8/12, no copy on 4/17/22. Fits with the time of day. Still daylight out there.
See radiomaring.org (and subscribe to their newsletter if interested)
From the website:
KPH Returns Home!
The return of KPH to the airwaves on Saturday 8 October was a great success. Senior KPH Morse operator Ray Smith sent the last message from Bolinas/Point Reyes on 30 July 1997. He was there with us on Saturday to sit in his same operating position and send the message announcing the return of KPH to service.
KPH will be on the air every Saturday and Sunday so be sure to listen on our new frequencies:
4247.0
6477.5
8642.0
12808.5
17016.8
22477.5
Edit to add: They are much stronger here on 8642. Per the transmission they are on
4/6/8/12/16/22 this evening. I haven't checked the other frequencies yet.
Another edit: Only copy on 6/8/12, no copy on 4/17/22. Fits with the time of day. Still daylight out there.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: North Woods Radio, 6935 USB, 0004, 16 October 2016
« on: October 16, 2016, 0052 UTC »
Good signal here in SE Fla, not booming but a good 2-3 S units above the noise. Easy copy.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: Wolverine Radio 6950 USB 2336 UTC 08 OCT 2016
« on: October 08, 2016, 2358 UTC »
Very nice signal here in SE Fla tonight. "Why Don't You Love Me" Hank Williams.
Been away for a month then home to hurricane. Glad to be back.
Been away for a month then home to hurricane. Glad to be back.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: Wolverine Radio 6955 USB 0035 UTC 04Sept 2016
« on: September 04, 2016, 0118 UTC »
Wow, what a signal. Full 2+ S units above the noise. All 5's here in SE Fla. ID at 0116
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FM DX Loggings / Re: What is the farthest station heard
« on: September 04, 2016, 0108 UTC »
jFarley, thanks for posting that link about Bruce Elving. Did not know of him. Most interesting.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: WJD 6930 USB 0116 UTC 3 Sep 2016
« on: September 04, 2016, 0041 UTC »
Just above the noise here. Copied one of the crank calls and the ID at 0030.
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North American Shortwave Pirate / Re: UNID 6930 AM 0024 UTC 02 SEPT 2016
« on: September 02, 2016, 0036 UTC »
Just above the noise here. I know the song but can't think of the name right now.
Terminal CRS. Western theme song.
Terminal CRS. Western theme song.
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Huh? / Re: I just know Pigmeat and Fansome have something to do with this...
« on: August 26, 2016, 0053 UTC »
I am always amazed at the history I learn reading this site. Thanks guys. Where were you all when I was studying for my SATs 56 years ago?